100 choohe kha kar billi Haj ko chali: BJP's Giriraj Singh slams Congress on Waqf Bill

ANI April 3, 2025 170 views

The Waqf Amendment Bill has sparked intense political debate in India, with BJP and Congress taking opposing stances. Union Minister Giriraj Singh launched a sharp criticism of Congress, using a traditional Hindi proverb to highlight alleged past appeasement policies. The bill passed in Lok Sabha after a marathon midnight session with 288 votes in favor. The legislation aims to enhance transparency and management of Waqf properties, though Congress views it as a polarizing constitutional challenge.

"100 choohe kha kar billi Haj ko chali" - Giriraj Singh
New Delhi, April 3: Union minister Giriraj Singh on Thursday launched a scathing attack on Congress regarding the Waqf Amendment Bill, using a Hindi proverb to criticise the party's past actions.

Key Points

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BJP passes controversial Waqf Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha

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Congress claims bill is constitutional assault

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288 votes support legislation

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Aims to improve Waqf board management

Singh pointed out that Congress had previously transferred 123 properties in Lutyens' Delhi to the Waqf in a single day, describing this move as a clear indication of the party's history of appeasement.

Speaking to media, Singh said, "There is a saying '100 choohe kha kar billi Haj ko chali'. In 2013, ahead of elections, they gave away 123 properties in Lutyens' Delhi to Waqf overnight. This shows who crosses the limits of appeasement, who writes a black chapter."

Earlier today, Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) chairperson Sonia Gandhi launched a blistering attack on the BJP-led Union Government after the Waqf Amendment Bill was passed in the Lok Sabha, stating that this bill is a "brazen assault" on the Constitution and is BJP's strategy to keep society in a state of "permanent polarisation."

"Yesterday, the Waqf Amendment Bill, 2024 was passed in the Lok Sabha, and today it is scheduled to come up in the Rajya Sabha. The bill was in effect bulldozed through. Our party's position is clear. The Bill is a brazen assault on the Constitution itself. It is very much part of the BJP's deliberate strategy to keep our society in a state of permanent polarization," Sonia Gandhi said.

The Lok Sabha passed the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 after a marathon and heated debate. During this debate, members of the INDIA bloc fiercely opposed the legislation, while the BJP and its allies strongly supported it, saying it would bring transparency and enhance the efficiency of Waqf boards.

The House sat beyond midnight to pass the legislation. Speaker Om Birla later announced the division's result. "Subject to correction, Ayes 288, Noes 232. The majority is in favour of the proposal," he said.

The government introduced the revised bill after incorporating the recommendations of the Joint Parliamentary Committee, which examined the legislation introduced in August last year. The bill seeks to amend the Act of 1995 and improve the administration and management of waqf properties in India.

It aims to overcome the shortcomings of the previous act and enhance the efficiency of Waqf boards, improving the registration process and increasing the role of technology in managing waqf records.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Interesting how both sides are accusing each other of polarizing society. The truth probably lies somewhere in between. We need more constructive debates rather than just trading proverbs and accusations.
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Priya M.
The proverb used is quite colorful but does it help in having a serious discussion about waqf reforms? 🤔 I wish our leaders would focus more on explaining policy benefits rather than using dramatic language.
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Amit S.
Transparency in waqf management is long overdue! There are thousands of crores worth of properties involved. If this bill brings accountability, it's a welcome move 👍
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Sunita P.
Why does every discussion turn into Hindu vs Muslim? Can't we just evaluate policies on their merit? The late-night parliamentary session shows how important this is - wish the debate had been more substantive.
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Vikram J.
The 2013 property transfer mentioned does raise questions. Historical context matters in these discussions. But the current bill should be judged by what it actually contains - has anyone read the full text?
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Neha R.
Using technology for waqf management sounds promising! Maybe this will finally stop the endless disputes over properties. Hope the implementation is as good as the intention 🙏

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